TNMU Students Complete Semester Exchange at the Medical University of Warsaw

From 16 February to 30 June 2026, fourth-year students of I. Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University, Sofiia Huk (MM-405) and Oleksandra Pankiv (MM-412), participated in the Erasmus+ international academic mobility program, completing a semester of study at the Medical University of Warsaw.

Throughout the semester, they studied a range of disciplines, including Orthopedic Surgery, Forensic Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Polish Language. The program was distinguished by its strong practical orientation, with most classes held in university clinics and hospitals. The students attended surgical procedures, participated in clinical ward rounds, observed multidisciplinary healthcare teams in action, and gained first-hand experience of modern medical practice.

One of the most valuable aspects of the exchange was the opportunity to become familiar with the Polish approaches to healthcare organization, patient management, and clinical treatment. This experience provided a broader perspective on medicine, allowing the students to compare different healthcare systems and learn best practices that will inspire their future professional development.

An equally important component of the program was its international learning environment. Together with the TNMU students, participants from Türkiye, Italy, Spain, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Greece, Bulgaria, Latvia, and Germany attended the courses. Daily interaction, collaborative learning, and the exchange of experiences with peers from across Europe enriched not only their academic knowledge but also fostered lasting friendships and a deeper understanding of different cultures and medical traditions.

Participation in the Erasmus+ program became much more than simply a semester of study abroad. It was a period of professional growth, new challenges, unforgettable experiences, and unique opportunities that will undoubtedly shape their future careers as physicians.

“We sincerely thank I. Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University for its support, trust, and for giving us the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus+ program. We are also deeply grateful to the Medical University of Warsaw for its warm welcome, the excellent organization of the educational process, its openness, continuous support, and willingness to share knowledge and professional experience,” the students shared.

International academic mobility programs such as Erasmus+ open new horizons, help shape a new generation of healthcare professionals, and once again demonstrate that medicine knows no borders when united by knowledge, professionalism, and a shared commitment to improving people’s lives.